So Buffy had resorted to violence as always, how predictable of her. Talking things out hadn't been working though, so perhaps this would let her blow off some steam. Lucius was prepared for the punches this time, his left hand caught the shot to his gut and threw it aside in one swift motion as his right forearm blocked the two punches to his face. His forearm was already numbing to the pain and so the next punches would be easier to take.
It was ironic really that Buffy was doing this to save Evie whilst all she was achieving was an increase in his need of healing magic and therefore would be depleting his magic reserves. Meaning he would need to recharge with a little blood sacrifice. One day Buffy would stop and think about the consequences of her actions but not today.